Alba Bike Tour

Alba Bike Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival

Welcome! After check-in, you’ll have time to explore Alba and enjoy the town. When you’re finished, come back to the accommodation for a traditional welcome dinner in a nearby restaurant.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Central Alba
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 Pollenzo and The River

After you meet with the staff to make sure your bike is ready to go, today’s ride will take you 15km down the river to tour the little town of Pollenzo. Soak up the scenic Italian countryside as you pedal along byways and backroads. Once you reach Pollenzo, you’ll have the opportunity to explore before heading back along the riverside to Alba. Suggestions for where to dine will be provided.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Central Alba
Distance: 30 km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Barolo and La Morra

Get ready for classic Italian vineyards on today’s leg of this biking tour! You’re heading to the home of the famous Barolo wine where you’ll see the town of Barolo dwarfed by an ancient medieval castle. Take your time wandering through a few of the many wine shops before you head up La Morra hill for some spectacular views of the Langhe hills. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, the climb may be challenging, but the sight is worth it! Afterwards, you’ll take lunch in a quaint restaurant before continuing down the hill to find Barolo Chapel nestled amongst the vineyards. When you’re finished, cycle on to Grinzane Castle before returning to Alba for the evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Central Alba
Distance: 30-40 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 Barbaresco and Neive

Today you’ll be riding to the villages of Barbaresco, Neive, and Treiso. This region is home to the distinguished Barbaresco wine. Prepare yourself for a workout in the morning as you cycle to the highest point in Treiso. Once you reach the top, make sure to stop and admire the view. If the day is clear you can see from the Matterhorn all the way to the South of France! As you pedal on a downhill to Neive, you’ll find the little town steeped in history with medieval palaces cheek to jowl with quaint village architecture. You’ll continue along the ridge until you reach Barbaresco. Once you arrive, you’ll park below a medieval tower and continue up inside the tower via elevator to the very top where you’ll find an aperitif waiting for you along with wine and appetizers. Afterward, you can return to Alba at your convenience.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Central Alba
Distance: 30 km
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Bike and Wine

For your final day on this Italian bike tour, you’ll be heading to the “Alta Langa” a region where the hills get higher and the vineyards give way to hazelnut orchards and hardier vegetation. Feel free to stop for lunch at your leisure as you head for the village of Monforte. There you’ll get to experience a wine tasting at a boutique winery known for many wines including Chardonnay and Barolo. You’ll be treated to a cellar tour and then sit down to try four delightful wines paired with bite-sized appetizers. When you’ve had a chance to savor the taste of Barolo, you can head back downhill to Alba and drink in the scenery one last time before returning your bikes. Once you’re refreshed, there will be a festive farewell dinner in a local restaurant to celebrate the completion of your biking adventure.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Central Alba
Distance: 30-40 km
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 Arrivederci!

As Caesar himself might paraphrase: you came, you rode, you conquered. Congratulations! After breakfast, you’ll check-out of your accommodation and make your way to your next destination.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast